Bedroom with purple wall, upholstered headboard, yellow pillow, glass side table, vintage lamp, and potted plant.
8 Bedroom Decor Icons From the '90s That Are Cool Again
Bean bag chairs and all.
Mar 16, 2020
Before and After: One Little Change Totally Transforms This Rental Bedroom
So much of this redo uses things that were already in the room—the ultimate budget hack.
Mar 15, 2020
This Custom Pillow Might Just Change Your Life—And AT Readers Get an Exclusive Discount
The hunt for the perfect pillow ends here.
Mar 14, 2020
7 Outrageous (But Worth It!) Design Ideas for Your Bedroom
Many of us probably have an idea of what will be in anyone’s bedroom. A bed, nightstands, some clothes storage. Maybe a lamp for reading. But sometimes the most amazing bedrooms are the ones with unexpected elements! Consider including some of these (admittedly outrageous, but totally worth the effort) design ideas for your bedroom. You don’t just have to use a plain old table as a nightstand.
Mar 11, 2020
The Secret History of Home Goods: 10 Curious Things About Duvets
When I was growing up our family used blankets and quilts on our beds in the winter so when I was introduced to the concept of a duvet in my twenties it seemed so civilized (and, fancy). You know the basics: a duvet is a fabric sack typically filled with down or feathers, often encased in a removable cover, but if you’re the inquisitive type, these ten tidbits may intrigue you: 1. ‘Duvet’ comes from the French word for ‘down’.
Mar 11, 2020
Before & After: 8 Bedroom Makeover Projects From Our Archives
The bedroom should be a haven, a place that makes you feel peaceful and happy when you land there at the end of your day. If that’s not the case for you right now, check out these bedroom makeovers and let them inspire you to make your own changes! 1. Kristen’s bedroom evolved over time, and transformed three times since she started working with interior designer, Lindye Galloway. Kristen was frustrated with the layout of her bedroom and was ready to leave the dorm room style behind.
Mar 11, 2020
8 Bold Paint Colors You Have to Try in Your Small Bedroom
It’s no secret that we at Apartment Therapy love color, even (er, make that especially) in small spaces. While the rest of the internet might still be spewing the “paint it white to make it seem larger” line, we know that a bold shade can bring energy and a sense of expansion to a modest room. Have a small bedroom and want some paint ideas beyond white and gray? We’ve got you—and your walls—covered.
Mar 11, 2020
Before and After: A $340 DIY Bedroom Proves the Power of a Fresh, Fun Paint Job
This budget bedroom has some super smart ideas.
Mar 10, 2020
I Threw Out These 16 Things When I Moved Back into My Childhood Bedroom
Parting with your stuffed animals is tough but fair.
Mar 9, 2020
Before and After: A 119-Year-Old Bedroom Gets Its Groove Back
There was a lot of pretty stuff hiding under all that beige paint!
Mar 1, 2020
These Attic Bedrooms Are So Instagram-Worthy, You Might Just Want to Move Up
The oft-overlooked space could be a stunning place to rest your head.
Feb 21, 2020
Before and After: A Cheery Nursery Filled with IKEA Hacks
Honestly? I'd live in this nursery.
Feb 21, 2020
5 Bedroom Design Mistakes You Might Be Making (& Their Fast Fixes)
...and their fast fixes.
Feb 18, 2020
Before and After: A Serene Bedroom Full of Vintage Finds for Just $350
Sometimes your favorites from an old space just don't translate to the new one—furniture looks out of place, or colors have a different feel in the different lighting.
Feb 14, 2020
These Soft, Self-Dimming Bedside Lamps Improved My Sleep Almost Instantly
The best thing I ever did for my overall mental health was to stop sleeping with my phone next to my bed.
Feb 11, 2020
Before and After: A DIY Murphy Bed for a Third of the Cost of Store-Bought
This project has seriously impressive results.
Feb 8, 2020
5 Ways to Make Your Bed Look Professionally Made, According to Home Stagers
Bust out your finest throw blanket.
Feb 5, 2020
Here’s What 5 Animated Bedrooms Would Look Like in Real Life
Check out the rooms of Doug Funnie, Tina Belcher, and more.
Feb 4, 2020
Three Things to Splurge On for Your Bedroom, And Three Things You Can Save On
Here's where you can cut corners in your sleep space.
Feb 4, 2020
Zara Home’s New Spring Bedding Collection is Full of Cozy Cottage Vibes
They look the way waking up in the English countryside in the middle of summer feels.
Feb 4, 2020
This $70 IKEA Nightstand is What Your Bedroom is Missing
Run—don't walk—to IKEA!
Feb 3, 2020
Before and After: A Stylish $800 Bedroom Redo Done Over a Weekend
The after is SERIOUSLY dreamy.
Feb 2, 2020
Here’s How a Family of Six Lived Comfortably in a 2.5-Bedroom Condo
There isn't one secret to it—just a lot of little ones.
Jan 24, 2020
This Editor-Approved, Cult-Favorite Comforter Is 20 Percent Off Right Now
We tried a magic tech-infused comforter to get through the temperamental Sprintertime weather.
Jan 24, 2020
Before and After: This $500 Bedroom Redo Has The Easiest-Ever Gallery Wall Trick
This budget makeover is full of smart tricks.
Jan 23, 2020
Before and After: A $74 Accent Wall Transforms This Slime-Green Bedroom
The after is seriously chic, but still colorful and fun.
Jan 21, 2020
Before and After: A Chic $200 Refresh of a "Handyman Special" Bedroom
The after is curl-up cozy.
Jan 19, 2020
This HGTV Star Has a Bedside Faucet and We Need One Immediately
Yes, a faucet, next to a bed.
Jan 17, 2020
Before and After: A Grown-Up Bedroom Chock Full of Stylish DIYs
The whole bedroom's stunning, but just wait until you see the floors.
Jan 16, 2020
Before and After: A Rental Bedroom with Luxe, Hotel-Worthy Flair
Vintage furniture and DIY molding give this bedroom that certain "je ne sais quoi."
Jan 14, 2020
This is the Real Reason Comforters are Always White, According to Experts
We turned to bedding pros to get the answer.
Jan 12, 2020
Before and After: A Bedroom Redo That'll Make You Want to Be a Kid Again
This bedroom perfectly blends practicality and fun.
Jan 11, 2020
This Hotel-Approved Headboard Trick Could be the Secret to a Better Night’s Sleep
Yes, you can steal (ideas) from hotels.
Jan 8, 2020
The Best Bold Wall Color Transformations We Saw This Year
These stunners will have you running to the paint store on the double.
Jan 3, 2020
Yes, You Can Redo Your Entire Bedroom with Costco Home Finds
Membership not required!
Jan 2, 2020
Before & After: A Plain Bedroom Gets a Surprisingly Sweet Refresh
It features furniture from Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie, a pretty pale pink wallpaper mural, and the cutest shell-shaped pillows.
Dec 20, 2019
Privacy, Please: Ideas for Carving Out a Cozy Bedroom in a Studio
Studio apartments are efficient, cost-effective options for living in the city of your dreams, whether it’s New York or L.A., but they don’t exactly offer much privacy. However, you can still create a soothing sanctuary that feels separate from the rest of your open-floor plan home without bringing in a contractor or spending a lot of money.
Dec 29, 2019
These Painted Floor Before and After Transformations Will Wow You
Money-saving and seriously stylish? Sign us up.
Dec 27, 2019
The 12 Best Bedroom Before and Afters We Saw This Year
These bedroom redos are snooze-worthy, in the best way possible.
Dec 22, 2019
The “Darkly Dreary to Modern Minimal” Master Bedroom Makeover
Renovation by: Heather and Mike Location: Phoenix, Arizona We are Phoenix, Arizona natives that have never left our little neighborhood of Arcadia. Born and raised in such a gorgeous and historical area of the city, we decided to buy the perfect ranch-style home (in serious need of some TLC!) in our citrus-filled area of town 8 years ago. We’ve had some serious adventures in renovations, and the master suite was the last piece of the puzzle!
Dec 20, 2019
The “Mountain Mural” Bedroom Makeover
Makeover by: Pam Lostracco, owner of Pam Lostracco Custom Designed Murals Location: Toronto, Canada Last spring, I started envisioning how my artwork would look at a larger size. The mountain design I created for a calendar was doing really well, so I decided to start my first large piece by transferring the mountains onto my bedroom wall. Not only did it transform the atmosphere in the whole room but my entire business plan, too!
Dec 19, 2019
The “Huge But Bland to Classic Chic” Master Bedroom Makeover
Renovation by: Alicia Location: Orem, Utah This project was such a drastic change and so much fun! This was months in the making – between backorders and busy summers, we were finally able to finish my friend’s master bedroom! From basic and drab to classy and chic, it was a fun and drastic reveal! When I did the first initial consult, my friend said she never really thought to decorate her master. It’s a HUGE master bedroom and had so much potential!
Dec 19, 2019
The “Post-Divorce Time for a Change” Bedroom Makeover
Makeover by: Wendi Location: Seattle, Washington The room had looked the same (horrible) for 18 years. After my divorce, I decided it was time for a change. The project was done over the course of the summer this year, with the main costs being paint and trim. Though I did not set a budget or keep track of the total, the project was relatively inexpensive.
Dec 19, 2019
Upholstery Project: How To Make a DIY Headboard with Fabric Slipcover
I get obsessed with things I see on Pinterest, and this padded headboard (okay, the whole place) is one of my recent fixations. I like the modern, streamlined look of it— but that it’s also more relaxed than a lot of the tufted, nailhead DIY headboards I see all the time.
Dec 19, 2019
Chris and Sam’s Elegant Family Duplex in Edinburgh
Name: Sam, Chris, Madeleine and Maggie Location: New Town; Edinburgh, Scotland Size: 3,000 square feet Years lived in: 1 1/2 years; Owned From the moment you walk through the front door into the spacious and grand, grey hall, this family home is elegant and beautiful. Chris holds up his hands and tells me firmly that it is “all down to Sam.
Dec 19, 2019
Anil and Shannon’s 655-Square-Foot Two-Bedroom Loft
Name: Anil & ShannonLocation: New York CitySize: 655 square feetYears lived in: 5 years, owned How do you hide two bedrooms in a 655-square foot studio loft? With one Murphy bed in the living room and a second revealed by a sliding kitchen wall, which skims the floor on ceiling tracks. Moving a kitchen wall sounds daunting, but it’s actually quite simple. As seen in the photo above, just clear off the counter, scoot over the rolling kitchen table, and give it a tug.
Dec 19, 2019
Odd Couples: Mismatched Bedside Lamps
Two matching lamps in the bedroom? Fuggedaboutit! For a lamp lover, the bedroom’s a great place to mix it up. Combining table lamps, office lamps, sconces, standing lamps — even chandeliers — together can show off your style, shave a little off your bedroom budget and keep it modern. Our favorite new trend: mixing a standing lamp with a task or table lamp.
Dec 19, 2019
7 Bedroom Essentials for a Good Night’s Sleep
If you’re having trouble sleeping, it could be because of your crazy, busy, stressful life — or it could be because your bedroom just isn’t conducive to getting a good night’s rest. Here at Apartment Therapy, we’ve put a lot of thought into the elements that make for a restful sleeping space. This is a roundup of seven of the things that we think are most important — things that you can tweak in order to get some uninterrupted shut-eye.
Dec 19, 2019
Decorating Secrets: 6 Benefits to Going Minimal in the Bedroom
We’re defining “minimal” a little literal in this post — we’re talking about bedrooms lovely because they only have the minimal amount of elements in them. A bed. Maybe a nightstand. A rug for softness underfoot. Maybe a light. They’re not wall-to-wall stuff — and that avoidance of clutter and more things than actually needed can have quite a few benefits, both health and design wise.
Dec 16, 2019
Before and After: A $200 Accent Wall Makes This Bedroom Unforgettable
This will be the bedroom that convinces you to paint your walls mustard yellow (seriously).
Dec 10, 2019
Before and After: A Dark, Dramatic, and Totally DIY Master Bedroom
Deep navy paint is MOODY—in a good way.
Dec 7, 2019
5 Overdone Bedroom Trends, According to Real Estate Agents
It's time to ditch the word art.
Dec 5, 2019
Selling Your House? Paint Your Bedroom One of These Colors
Spoiler: White walls are a no-no.
Dec 3, 2019
One Mom Gave Her Son’s Basement Bedroom a Cozy Makeover, and Reddit Loves It
“You messed up, he is never going to leave now, it looks amazing.”
Nov 29, 2019
Before and After: How a Master Suite Went from Basic to Fabulously Boho
The new bedroom and bathroom are a little fresh, a little funky, a lot stylish.
Nov 25, 2019
Using Your Phone as an Alarm? Here’s Why You Should Stop
For the last few years, I’ve been using my smartphone as an alarm. It seemed innocuous enough, until I came upon an alarm clock that I found quite cool and decided to try using it instead of my mobile. The results were surprising. Here are five reasons I’m ditching my smartphone in the bedroom: 1. When your phone goes to bed with you, you spend your last few minutes before sleep staring at a glowing screen. This is bad for falling asleep.
Nov 25, 2019
Before and After: This New Bedroom Looks Like it Belongs in a Luxe Spa
Neutral colors and minimalist style? We're relaxed just LOOKING at this bedroom refresh.
Nov 23, 2019
Tips + Tricks: How To Spot Clean Mattresses & Bedding
For all the excitement and messes and life that happens in them, our beds are notoriously difficult to clean. Here are some pro tips for effectively cleaning up spills and stains without having to hose the whole thing down in the yard… MATTRESSES: SF Gate has a six-step system for removing stains and odors from pillowtop mattresses. Secret ingredients: vinegar and baking soda (just not at the same time)!
Nov 21, 2019
5 Ways to Create a Guest Room that Belongs in a Luxe Hotel
Your guests will think they're sleeping in a fancy suite—even if they're just on a sleeper sofa.
Nov 12, 2019
Before and After: DIY Guest Bedroom Features a Super Clever IKEA Hack
This guest bedroom has tons of charm (and your new favorite IKEA hack).
Nov 8, 2019
19 Reasons It's Time to Finally Ditch Your Boring White Bedroom Walls
Ditch white walls in favor of one of these cheery options.
Oct 29, 2019
All the Cold Weather Bedding Essentials You Need to Stay Warm All Winter Long
Hibernation is in full effect.
Oct 29, 2019
Before and After: This DIY Bedroom Redo Didn't Cost Anything—it MADE $60
Talk about a budget upgrade!
Oct 19, 2019
Before and After: A High-Impact, Paint-Only Bedroom Makeover—for $160
When Georgia natives Sarah and Ryan moved into their two-bedroom apartment in Los Angeles, they knew they wanted to give the bare white walls a custom treatment. Inspiration struck as Sarah was browsing—where else?—Reddit.
Oct 14, 2019
Before & After: 3 Dorm Rooms Are Unrecognizable After Getting Decorated
It's hard to believe they're the same room!
Oct 10, 2019
This Under the Radar Mattress Brand Gave Me the Best Sleep of My Life
It's copper-infused to keep your bed cool and germ-free.
Oct 8, 2019
Before and After: This Studio Refresh Saved One Renter Lots of Cash
When Eric Skyta first toured his San Francisco studio, he saw a messy, outdated space filled with peeling linoleum floors and peeling paint. But he says he saw something else, too: potential.
Oct 5, 2019
These Velvet Tufted Headboards Under $300 Will Make Your Bed Luxurious
Give your space some tuft love.
Oct 3, 2019
Before and After: A Master Bedroom Gets Some Major Calming Vibes
First-time homeowners Nick and Sarah Wissinger bought their home in 2016 and, after having only rented apartments before, were grateful to finally be able to decorate in a way that felt like them. Their plain-Jane master bedroom gave them the perfect opportunity.
Oct 3, 2019
5 Surprising Things Real Estate Agents Say They've Seen Displayed In a Bedroom
While real estate agents wish potential buyers could let their freak flags fly, unfortunately that's not the case when people are in open house mode.
Sep 29, 2019
Better Sleep Is Just $12 Away with These Amazon-Approved Blackout Panels
Hello, sweet dreams!
Sep 25, 2019